Maintenance Technician - Tech 1/Tech 2/ Tech 3

Summary of Principal and Major Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains plant equipment. Implements, directs and accomplishes all types of scheduled and emergency repairs.
• Serves as the lead Journey-level mechanic.
• Pay Status: NON-EXEMPT. Subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore entitled to its minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, etc.
• Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
• Accomplishes work assigned in a timely and expeditious manner.
• Uses staff effectively and follows up to ensure work is completed in accordance with priorities, quality and safety standards.
• Sets the pace for department employees.
• Ensures that the work assignments of employees performing work is carried out.
• Ensures that there is sufficient work to keep each employee productively occupied.
• Passes instructions received from the supervisor on to other workers.
• Demonstrates proper work methods, including appropriate use of materials and equipment.
• Assigns employees to specific jobs, explaining the tasks required and the urgency of timely completion.
• Makes recommendations to the supervisor concerning performance issues, discipline, evaluations, and administration.
• Makes periodic rounds in assigned areas to inspect and test equipment in accordance with established preventative maintenance procedures and takes necessary action to correct deficiencies.
• Orders materials as required.
• Ensures all assigned equipment is kept in a high state of repair, clean and in safe operating condition.
• Receives and relates clearly written and verbal instructions.
• Maintains a comfortable environment for residents, employees, and visitors as well as maintaining a constant effort to reduce utility costs through energy management.
• Ensures that all residents, visitors, and other employees are treated with the highest levels of respect for human dignity and privacy.
• Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of Congregation of Divine Providence.
• Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Must be neat in appearance and have good work habits.
• Must be able to work independently within these guidelines in selecting method, materials and machines most appropriate for the assigned project.
• Must be able to read and understand sketches, blueprints, and instructions.
• Must be able to explain situations to whomever concerned.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Must follow policies and procedures of the organization to include safety and health guidelines.
• Must have a good memory for details and be able to work under pressure or emergency conditions.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Must be able to follow Policies and Procedures of the organization to include Safety and Health guidelines.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Must have good time management skills.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to receive and relate instructions clearly, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to interpret prints.
• Must complete all work in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Must be able to research technical material, supplies or equipment.

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent, AND
• Trade school or college courses in machine shop, plumbing, welding, electricity, air conditioning and other related trades.
• Five to seven years maintenance experience in facility plants with three to four years in commercial buildings preferred.
• Must have a certification in HVAC or EPA.
• Some supervisory experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Journey-level, master or trade school graduation licensure/certification: required. Must have a current Texas Drivers License.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to perform work inside and outside.
• Must be able to reach places which require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, twisting, continuous arm movement, and sitting.
• Must be able to work with various cleansing chemicals.
• Must be able to work around harsh conditions: odors, loud noises, wet, confined spaces and dust.
• Must be able to competently act independently of supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment when dealing with employees, residents, and clients upon various issues of office functions.
• Subject to cuts, bruises, and burns from hand or power tools.
• When required, wears protective clothing and equipment which may be uncomfortable.
• May include occasional out-of-town and/or overnight travel.
• Must be able to work on ladders.
• Subject to 24 hour recall if emergency conditions warrant.

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

2 years

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift:

Monday to Friday

On call:

Weekend availability

Work setting:

In-person

COVID-19 considerations:

All employees are required to take the COVID-19 Vaccination; with ADA exemptions provided.

Application Question(s):

• Please provide what pay range you are looking to stay within?
• Do you have reliable transportation?

Education:

High school or equivalent: (Required)

Experience:

• Plumbing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Electrical: 1 year (Preferred)
• HVAC: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License: (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25%: (Preferred)

Work Location:

One location